Title :
Digital Ripple Correlation Control for Photovoltaic Applications
Author :
Kimball, Jonathan W. ; Krein, Philip T.
Author_Institution :
SmartSpark Energy Syst. Inc., Champaign
Abstract :
Ripple correlation control (RCC) is a fast, robust online optimization technique. RCC is particularly suited for switching power converters, where the inherent ripple provides information about the system operating point. The present work examines a digital formulation that has reduced power consumption and greater robustness. A maximum power point tracker for a photovoltaic panel demonstrates greater than 99% tracking accuracy and fast convergence.
Keywords :
digital control; optimal control; solar cell arrays; switching convertors; digital ripple correlation control; maximum power point tracker; photovoltaic applications; photovoltaic panel; robust online optimization technique; switching power converters; Control systems; Convergence; Cost function; Digital control; Optimal control; Photovoltaic systems; Senior members; Solar power generation; Switching converters; Voltage; maximum power point tracking; optimal control; photovoltaic; ripple correlation control;
Conference_Titel :
Power Electronics Specialists Conference, 2007. PESC 2007. IEEE
Conference_Location :
Orlando, FL
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-0654-8
Electronic_ISBN :
0275-9306
DOI :
10.1109/PESC.2007.4342252
